Senior Plant Maintenance Lead

Crusoe is on a mission to accelerate the abundance of energy and intelligence. As the only vertically integrated AI infrastructure company built from the ground up, we own and operate each layer of the stack — from electrons to tokens — to power the world's most ambitious AI workloads. When you join Crusoe, you join a team that is building the future, faster.

We're in the midst of the greatest industrial revolution of our time. The demand for AI compute is boundless, and power is a bottleneck. We're solving that — with an energy-first approach that makes AI infrastructure better for the world and faster for the people innovating with AI.

We're looking for problem-solving, opportunity-finding teammates with a sense of urgency, who believe in the scale of our ambition and thrive on a path not fully paved — people who want to grow their careers alongside a team of experts across energy, manufacturing, data center construction, and cloud services.

If you want to do the most meaningful work of your career, help our customers and partners advance their AI strategies, and be part of a high-performing team that believes in each other, come build with us at Crusoe.

About This Role:

Our Senior Plant Maintenance Lead will be a key frontline leader in Crusoe's manufacturing operations, responsible for overseeing all facets of equipment and facilities maintenance and facilities projects. This role is crucial for ensuring the reliability and efficiency of our manufacturing facility, directly impacting our ability to produce high-quality products and meet our operational goals. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with extensive experience in industrial equipment repair, regulatory compliance, and process implementation. You will be instrumental in building a proactive maintenance culture and ensuring the safety and productivity of our team.

What You’ll Be Working On:

• Facilities and Equipment Maintenance: Troubleshoot and repair industrial equipment and facilities issues using a variety of hand and power tools, multimeters, and other electrical and mechanical instruments.

• Preventive Maintenance System: Help develop and lead implementation of a comprehensive preventive maintenance system to minimize downtime and extend the life of our assets.

• Safety and Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to regulatory codes, including OSHA, while maintaining all necessary ISO documentation. You will actively work to identify and address unsafe situations and promote a safe working environment.

• Documentation and Project Management: Maintain a detailed maintenance schedule and capture all performed and scheduled maintenance. You will also effectively manage projects with regard to time, safety, and resources.

• Team Collaboration and Training: Train personnel on maintenance procedures and work cooperatively with production teams to ensure continuous operation and minimize machine downtime. You will also manage vendor interactions and communicate effectively with internal and external customers.

What You’ll Bring to the Team:

• Manufacturing Maintenance Experience: 5-7+ years manufacturing maintenance experience, including expertise in industrial maintenance equipment, including hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, electrical, and HVAC systems.

• Technical Skills: The ability to read electrical schematics and manuals, perform electrical troubleshooting using a multimeter, and demonstrate a strong mechanical aptitude.

• Leadership Experience: Experience training and mentoring junior team members in a manufacturing setting.

• Problem-Solving: Proven ability to troubleshoot and repair industrial equipment, with a talent for detecting equipment problems and communicating them effectively.

• Physical Requirements: The ability to lift up to 50 lbs, push, pull, or carry objects, and use proper lifting techniques. You must also be able to work in a safe manner and take appropriate action to ensure your safety and the safety of others.

• Safety and Compliance: This position is designated a safety-sensitive position and/or is located in a safety-sensitive facility. Drug and alcohol program participation is required. Must be able to pass a background check.

Bonus Points:

• Education: Bachelor's Degree or technical certifications in a related field

• Formal Leadership Experience: Prior experience in a formal leadership, team lead, or other supervisory role

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation and equity packages

• Restricted Stock Units

• Paid time off, paid holidays & leave of absence programs

• Comprehensive health, dental & vision insurance

• Employer contributions to HSA account

• Paid parental leave

• Paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability

• Professional development & tuition reimbursement

• Mental health & wellness support

• Commuter benefits (parking & transit)

• Cell phone stipend

• 401(k) Retirement plan with company match up to 4% of salary

• Volunteer time off

• Global travel insurance & emergency assistance

• Daily meals allowance

• Additional perks & programs specific to location

Compensation Range:

Compensation will be paid in the range of up to $48-$51/hr + Bonus. Restricted Stock Units are included in all offers. Compensation to be determined by the applicants knowledge, education, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. (#INDMFG)

Crusoe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex/gender, sexual preference/ orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation.